Inter sent a strong message to Europe with a convincing 2-0 win over Feyenoord at De Kuip, taking a significant step towards the Champions League quarterfinals. A disciplined and well-executed performance saw Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martínez find the net, with the Argentine striker cementing his place as the club’s all-time top scorer in the competition.
The opening half-hour was a tactical battle, with Feyenoord trying to test Inter’s defense but lacking real bite in the final third. Despite missing key players on the left flank, Simone Inzaghi’s side remained composed and struck at the right moment. The breakthrough came in the 38th minute when Barella delivered a precise cross into the box, allowing Thuram to react quickly and slot home with a well-timed finish.
Inter nearly doubled their lead before halftime with a curling effort from Lautaro and a well-struck free-kick from Asllani. The second half saw the Nerazzurri maintain control while Feyenoord struggled to create meaningful chances. The decisive moment arrived in the 74th minute when Bastoni made an impressive run, his shot was deflected, and Zielinski’s attempted clearance inadvertently set up Lautaro, who smashed the ball under the crossbar. With this goal, the Argentine forward reached 18 Champions League goals for Inter, surpassing club legend Sandro Mazzola.
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A chance to seal the tie completely came when the referee awarded Inter a penalty after a VAR review for a foul on Thuram. However, Zielinski squandered the opportunity with a weak, central strike that Wellenreuther easily saved. From that point, Inter focused on managing the game, avoiding unnecessary risks ahead of the return leg and their upcoming Serie A clash with Monza.
With this victory, Inter moves closer to the quarterfinals, exuding confidence and control. Feyenoord will need a near-miracle at San Siro, but based on this performance, the Nerazzurri seem poised to finish the job in front of their home crowd.
